Torquay United secured a vital 3-0 victory against Weston-super-Mare at The Optima Stadium on Good Friday, 3 April 2026, strengthening the club’s push for a play-off spot as the season nears its conclusion.
The win moved Torquay United up to fourth place in the National League South with 71 points. The result marks a key moment in the team’s campaign, with only three matches left to play. More than 800 travelling supporters, known as the Yellow Army, made the trip to Somerset to watch the team play in their all-purple third kit.
Captain Matt Worthington opened the scoring in the 15th minute with a strike from the edge of the box, following an assist from debutant Reece Evans. After the break, substitute Louis Dennis secured the result with two goals in the final minutes of the match, both assisted by Sonny Blu Lo-Everton. Goalkeeper Seb Stacey ensured the victory was accompanied by a clean sheet.
This win continues an unbeaten run under head coach Jimmy Ball, who was appointed on 18 March 2026. Ball, the son of the late 1966 England World Cup winner Alan Ball, took over the management role following the departure of Paul Wotton. The team is now looking ahead to their next fixture against Bath City at Plainmoor on Easter Monday, 6 April 2026. A victory in that match would place the club in a strong position to confirm a place in the play-offs.
Fans can view highlights and post-match interviews from the Weston-super-Mare encounter on the official club website.
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